LPN, OP Oncology

As an LPN at Northside Hospital, your main responsibilities will include providing direct patient care, participating in the planning and implementation of nursing care, and collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals to meet the needs of your assigned patients. You'll work under the direction of Registered Nurses while ensuring that safety and health standards are met.

To apply for the LPN position at Northside Hospital, you must graduate from an accredited practical nursing school, hold a current Georgia LPN license, and possess Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association. One year of LPN experience is preferred, and additional Life Support credentials may be beneficial depending on the unit.

While having one year of experience as an LPN is preferred for the position at Northside Hospital, we value your potential and passion for patient care just as much. New graduates from accredited nursing programs are also encouraged to apply and join our supportive team.

Northside Hospital offers extensive career advancement opportunities for LPNs through our Licensed Practical Nurse – Nursing Excellence Track Program (L-NEXT). This program is designed to foster your growth by providing access to continuing education, specialization workshops, and the ability to earn clinical specialty certifications.

LPNs at Northside Hospital typically work from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and there are no weekend or on-call requirements for this position. This schedule allows for a healthy work-life balance while ensuring you can provide exceptional care to your patients.

When answering this question, share your personal journey into nursing, emphasizing your passion for patient care and any experiences that sparked your interest in the LPN role. Highlight what you love about working in healthcare, particularly in oncology if applicable.

To effectively respond, discuss your adherence to protocols, attention to detail, and use of clear communication with team members. Provide an example from your experience where you prevented a potential safety issue.

In your answer, recount a specific instance where you collaborated with Registered Nurses or other healthcare professionals. Emphasize your role, how you contributed to team goals, and what the end result was in terms of patient care.

Share a particular challenge you've encountered in your nursing career, explain how you approached it, and what you learned. This shows your problem-solving abilities and willingness to grow as a professional.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning and professional development through attending workshops, seeking certifications, and following relevant healthcare publications. Mention any specific resources or networks you rely on.

Emphasize the importance of empathy and understanding in nursing. Share an experience where your compassionate approach made a positive impact on a patient's experience, highlighting how it aligns with Northside Hospital's values.

Describe a methodical approach to addressing difficult situations, such as active listening, maintaining professionalism, and employing conflict resolution strategies. Provide an example where you successfully managed such a scenario.

Highlight Northside Hospital's reputation for patient care, community involvement, and support for LPN professional development. Connect your personal values and career goals with those of the organization.

Articulate your aspirations, whether it's pursuing further education, specializing in a particular field, or advancing into leadership roles. Discuss how Northside Hospital plays a role in achieving those goals.

Explain your technique for educating patients, focusing on clear communication, patience, and tailoring information to individual understanding. Relay an example where you effectively educated a patient or family member.